OIG is organized into three line elements: the Offices of Investigations, Audits and Evaluations, and Healthcare Inspections; along with the Office of Contract Review and the Office of Management and Administration. In addition to the Washington, DC, headquarters, OIG has offices located in more than 30 cities throughout the country.
Summary
OIG is organized into three line elements: the Offices of Investigations, Audits and Evaluations, and Healthcare Inspections; along with the Office of Contract Review and the Office of Management and Administration. In addition to the Washington, DC, headquarters, OIG has offices located in more than 30 cities throughout the country.
As the Attorney Advisor, Special Assistant to the Inspector General, you will be responsible for using a demonstrated understanding of or familiarity with the workings of the Department of Veterans Affairs to:
- Manage external relationships with the immediate staff of the Secretary, the executive leadership of major VA organizational components, the Office of Management and Budget, the Council of Inspectors General for Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE), and Veterans Service Organizations; advising the Inspector General on the development and implementation of OIG-wide policies, programs, and internal management and operations; and integrating the efforts of the Assistant Inspectors General for Investigations, Audit, Management and Administration, and Healthcare Inspections to ensure accomplishment of strategic goals and objectives.
- Perform sensitive duties and assignments of special importance to the Inspector General and functions at a maximum level of responsibility and with a high degree of independence and authority.
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All applicants are required to address the technical qualifications.
Qualifications
Mandatory Qualifications Requirements: To meet minimum qualifications, applicants must possess the following technical competencies. These competencies would typically be gained through experience, education, and training that reflects progressive development and achievement in managing a Federal legal program for a nationwide organization. An individual’s total experience and education must demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.
A. Technical Qualification – All applicants must include a narrative statement showing how their knowledge and experience relates to the following technical qualification. The narrative statement should not exceed two pages for each qualification.
TQ 1: Ability to make sound and reasoned decisions, resolve difficult problems and work effectively in a fast-paced and complex organization.
TQ 2: Ability to make timely and effective decisions and produce results through strategic planning and the implementation and evaluation of programs and policies.
In addressing these mandatory qualifications elaborate on your accomplishments, experience, training, education, and awards, highlighting the problems solved and work objectives met, i.e., the results of your effort and evidence of your success. Do not repeat entries from your narrative work history.
Education
Education Requirements: Applicants must possess a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school and bar membership.
Additional information
- This is a non-bargaining unit position. - We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: - Citizenship: The selected applicant must be a United States citizen or United States National. Proof of citizenship will be required prior to selection. - Drug Testing: All applicants tentatively selected for an SL position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment. After appointment, the selectee will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use. - Probationary Period: Persons newly selected for career appointment to the SL will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period. - Background Investigation: This position is designated as special sensitive and requires a background investigation and favorable adjudication for a Secret clearance. - Financial Disclosure: Senior Level executives are required to comply with the Ethics in Government Act, as amended, which requires the submission of a financial disclosure statement, SF 278, upon assuming an SL position, annually, and upon separation from employment. - Reasonable Accommodation: VA OIG provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. The decision on granting a reasonable accommodation is made on a case-by-case basis. - If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. - Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer. - Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. - Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. - Obtain and use a Government-issued purchase card for business-related travel.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All applicants will be evaluated by a panel of senior executives to determine the degree to which they possess the above qualifications. To preview questions please click here.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Vacancy announcement number and title of this position
Full legal name, mailing address, country of citizenship, and date of birth
For experience, include name of employer, dates of employment, job title, salary, grade level if in the Federal Service, start and end dates, and a description of your duties and responsibilities. You may also include relevant volunteer work. Please indicate if we may contact your present employer.
Name, location, and date of colleges attended, and type and date of degree
Name of the State or District of Columbia bar to which admitted and date of membership
Description of training, honors, and awards relevant to the position
2. Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment. Forms may be obtained on the Internet at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf (Note: This form is NOT required for current VAOIG competitive service employees.)
3. Most recent performance appraisal. (Note: This form is NOT required for current VAOIG competitive service employees.)
4. A copy of your law school transcripts. (Official transcripts will be required if selected.)
4. Your narrative statement concerning the mandatory technical qualifications.
5. If applying for noncompetitive consideration, please include a copy of Standard Form 50, Notice of Personnel Action. (Note: This form is NOT required for current VAOIG competitive service employees.)
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
VAOIG has partnered with the Treasury's Bureau of the Fiscal Service to provide certain personnel services to its organization. Fiscal Service's responsibilities include advertising vacancies, accepting and handling applications, and extending job offers.
The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us by noon ET on the announcement's closing date.
VAOIG provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.
To begin, either click the “Create a New Account” button and follow the prompts to register or if you previously registered, click the "Apply Online" button and follow the prompts.
You will be re-directed to VAOIG's CareerConnector system to complete your application process; answer the online questions, and submit all required documents. (To submit supporting documents, click one of the available options; Upload; Fax; or Reuse existing documents. To protect your privacy, we suggest you first remove your SSN). Also, go to “My Account” to view and update your information, as necessary.
To complete, you must click the “Finish” button located at the bottom of the “Application Review” page.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
VETERANS AFFAIRS OIG
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Parkersburg, WV 26106
US
Next steps
You will receive confirmation of receipt of your application within 3-5 days of receipt. If your name is referred to the hiring official, you will be contacted directly by that office for a possible interview. You will be notified in writing of the final disposition of your application after a selection has been made.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Vacancy announcement number and title of this position
Full legal name, mailing address, country of citizenship, and date of birth
For experience, include name of employer, dates of employment, job title, salary, grade level if in the Federal Service, start and end dates, and a description of your duties and responsibilities. You may also include relevant volunteer work. Please indicate if we may contact your present employer.
Name, location, and date of colleges attended, and type and date of degree
Name of the State or District of Columbia bar to which admitted and date of membership
Description of training, honors, and awards relevant to the position
2. Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment. Forms may be obtained on the Internet at http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf (Note: This form is NOT required for current VAOIG competitive service employees.)
3. Most recent performance appraisal. (Note: This form is NOT required for current VAOIG competitive service employees.)
4. A copy of your law school transcripts. (Official transcripts will be required if selected.)
4. Your narrative statement concerning the mandatory technical qualifications.
5. If applying for noncompetitive consideration, please include a copy of Standard Form 50, Notice of Personnel Action. (Note: This form is NOT required for current VAOIG competitive service employees.)
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
VAOIG has partnered with the Treasury's Bureau of the Fiscal Service to provide certain personnel services to its organization. Fiscal Service's responsibilities include advertising vacancies, accepting and handling applications, and extending job offers.
The following instructions outline our application process. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET, Monday - Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us by noon ET on the announcement's closing date.
VAOIG provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process.
To begin, either click the “Create a New Account” button and follow the prompts to register or if you previously registered, click the "Apply Online" button and follow the prompts.
You will be re-directed to VAOIG's CareerConnector system to complete your application process; answer the online questions, and submit all required documents. (To submit supporting documents, click one of the available options; Upload; Fax; or Reuse existing documents. To protect your privacy, we suggest you first remove your SSN). Also, go to “My Account” to view and update your information, as necessary.
To complete, you must click the “Finish” button located at the bottom of the “Application Review” page.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
VETERANS AFFAIRS OIG
See "How to Apply"
Parkersburg, WV 26106
US
Next steps
You will receive confirmation of receipt of your application within 3-5 days of receipt. If your name is referred to the hiring official, you will be contacted directly by that office for a possible interview. You will be notified in writing of the final disposition of your application after a selection has been made.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
